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Seaside Market

Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA

Sandwiches ~$12–16

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Simir Shah

By Simir Shah

★★★★★4.7(2,547 Google reviews)

What parents say

AI summary of 5 Google reviews — not a first-hand visit. How we write these

A grocery and deli stop rather than an outing, best known for its tri-tip sandwiches and burritos. Parking is the problem: lunchtimes and weekends fill the lot, which is time-limited and monitored, so go off-peak. There is a patio with weekend live music. One reviewer flags a smelly restroom.

An independent grocery known countywide for its marinated tri-tip, with a deli counter that makes the easiest beach picnic in North County. Order at the deli, then walk across Coast Highway to the sand rather than eating in the cramped lot.

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  • Ages 10+

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2087 San Elijo Ave, Cardiff, CA 92007, USA

(760) 753-5445

Open nowToday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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What visitors say

  • Luisa Goncalves★★★★★

    Amazing selection! Better than gelsons! From fresh fruit to prepared foods and a too die for meat counter! This place has it all. I gained 5 pounds by just walking into the place. So many great things! A must if you are in the area.

    3 months ago

  • Jonathan (Jonathan.modern)★★★★★

    FINE The Cardiff crack sandwich is an attraction here. We tried it along with the grilled ahi tuna sandwich. I thought they were both good but definitely not a must-have. I will say that the tri-tip and the ahi themselves were really quite good. The potato buns were quite substantial in size and they were fine but anyone interested in something nutritious or maybe gourmet I don't think it really hits the spot. But I think it's a solid option and we enjoyed it. I guess I don't know.

    5 months ago

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